Malcesine

Italy, Lake Garda

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An Italian classic, crowned by its famous castle

Malcesine’s pedestrianised cobbled streets lead up from the lakeside, past shops, cafés and shady squares to the 13th Century castle which towers above the lake on a sheer rock face. The Saturday market is not to be missed and the excellent ferry service makes Riva and Limone easily accessible too. The long promenade leads out from the resort’s southern end past shingle beaches to lovely Val di Sogno, an idyllic spot for lake bathing and watersports. Take the cable-car to the top of Monte Baldo behind Malcesine. Here you will enjoy superb views, an abundance of walks and beautiful nature. With so much variety and character, your holiday in Malcesine is an ideal choice.

Festivals

Verona Opera

A night at the opera in the ancient arena in Verona must surely be one of life’s great experiences even if you’re not an opera buff. The 2017 programme (23 June - 27 August) sees the return of the all-time favourite Aida by Verdi loved for its lavish scenery and costumes. But there are also performances of Rigoletto and Nabucco by Verdi as well as Tosca and Madame Butterfly by Puccini. If you are staying in any of the main resorts on Lake Garda, such as Peschiera, we can book most performances (listed on the Verona opera page) and transport to and from Verona is included in addition to your opera ticket. Performances start at 9pm but you will be taken to Verona in plenty of time to enjoy a pre-opera dinner in a restaurant of your choice.

Resort Combinations

Resort Combinations

Two Centres | You can combine your 7 night stay in Malcesine with 3, 4 or 7 nights in Venice or Verona, or with a stay in Merano or Selva in the Dolomites

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Things To Do

Walking

Wind surfing

The Saturday market is a highlight of all Malcesine holidays and is not to be missed. The excellent ferry service makes Riva and Limone easily accessible too. The long promenade leads out from the resort's southern end past shingle beaches to lovely Val di Sogno, an idyllic spot for lake bathing and water sports. Take the cable car to the top of Monte Baldo behind Malcesine. Here you will enjoy superb views, an abundance of walks and beautiful nature. With so much variety, Malcesine, Italy is an ideal holiday choice.

Walking

Inghams Guided Wanderwalks

Malcesine – San Michele – San Maggiore| Easy to Moderate | Approx 2½ hrs |This walk takes you along the ‘strada panoramic’ to the mid-station of the cable-car station at San Michele. The views as you walk towards the station are outstanding. During the walk you will see the small chapel of San Maggiore and visit the famous Madonna Dell’ Accoglienza. If you feel energetic you can make the slow journey back down to Malcesine by foot or take the cable-car. This is a varied walk of different terrains and gradients.

La Foresta

| Moderate| Approx 3 hrs |Starting at the top of the Monte Baldo cable-car, this stunning route takes a relatively steep downhill course to the west of Malcesine. Monte Baldo is the perfect place to see a full view of Lake Garda and particularly extends amazing views over the Alps of Trentino and Brescia. Whilst walking you can experience the flora and fauna of the area and, on occasion, spot the odd Roe deer, rock partridges and Jays.

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